1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 127 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Sports Convertible | Capital |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |